Monthly Archives: August 2014

First roast

Posted on August 31, 2014 by Gary

Following my (almost) successful Dundee cake yesterday, I decided to try a roast in the new oven. Mirinda decided on pork with green butter. I wheeled my trusty wicker basket to Waitrose and filled it with the essential goodies. Then … Continue reading →

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Visual improvement

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Gary

Mirinda invited Dave and Gail over for a coffee tomorrow afternoon. Sort of returning the favour from when we met Rodney at their place. I figured it was a good time to make a cake. The cake had a two-fold … Continue reading →

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The continuing bathroom

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Gary

The Australian actor, Bill Kerr died today. He was 92 and living in Wagga. When I heard the news on Radio 4, the announcer called it ‘wagger wagger’ (‘wag’ as in what Day-z and Emma do with their tails). By … Continue reading →

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Illustrious career

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Gary

The Royal Navy aircraft carrier, HMS Illustrious was retired today. There was great fanfare in Portsmouth as she ended her 32 year career. She has only carried helicopters since budget cuts in 2010 saw her Harriers removed. She was built … Continue reading →

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Little dog lost

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Gary

Well, didn’t that work well! And without having to locate a clockwork clock, wrapped in a tea towel – brilliant idea dad. I heard no noises in the night and slept like a log, straight through. When I went downstairs … Continue reading →

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Evil dog noise

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Gary

Last night we left Emma downstairs in her playpen. She didn’t like it very much. Giving full vent to her annoyance, she squealed for ages. I left her for a bit but eventually went down and gave her the rolled … Continue reading →

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The pigeon of Torquay

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Gary

It being a bank holiday Monday, there was football on today. The (not always but sometimes) Mighty Shots were due to travel to Torquay for their latest game. Nicktor fancied a day out, explaining to Dawn that he was only … Continue reading →

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Cooking with gas

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Gary

Tonight I christened the newly installed hob and the extractor fan. What a joy to cook on. And the dials make sense. The extractor fan has touch controls and the light is so good, I don’t need to put the … Continue reading →

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Messy messy mess

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Gary

The one thing I really dislike about having the extension done, is the ever present piles of rubbish. I can put up with the almost continuous building works, the noise and the daily home invasions (I actually quite enjoy these … Continue reading →

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Clive again

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Gary

Mark almost finished the tiling in the bathroom today (he just needs to grout the side of the bath cabinet) and it looks fantastic. He stood back with me and just admired the beauty of it. He reckoned it was … Continue reading →

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